In this video we will show you how to grease a bearing. A new front end or set of trees, will not ship from the manufacturer with neck bearings already lubricated and installed. It is up to the builder, or mechanic to see that the neck bearings are, both, lubricated and pressed on correctly.

A dust shield needs to be in place on the outer end of each neck bearing. The dust shield has a very important job. It not only “shields” the bearing from moisture and dirt; but it also aids in holding the grease in and on the bearing.

There are many varieties of grease available. The grease for a Harley Davidson neck bearing should be a high pressure grease that is not dyed a bold color, like red, blue, or green. Greases like these tend to stain powder coated or painted surfaces and should be avoided.

A motorcycle front end not only needs to be correctly adjusted, but also properly lubricated in order for proper function and for bearing longevity.

Bob gives us a quick demonstration on how to grease a bearing. He slides the lower dust shield down, over the neck stem. Then, it’s on to the press to press the bearing onto the base of the neck stem.

Now that you’ve fully serviced your Harley Sportster, you can take the opportunity to check all of the safety features on the bike. Make sure the lights are working properly, the horn makes noise, turn signals are operational, and all grommets are in place. Then you should check the throttle, add oil and fill the

Bob demonstrates how to service the front and rear brake calipers on a Sportster. There are a few changes that Harley has made over the years, so you should be sure to pay attention to the differences; they could affect how you service your bike. Next Video: Sportster Brake Pads 1999 & Older Single Piston

Update: July 2013 the City of Hollister marked the comeback of the Hollister Rally. Sounds like it went well and the Hollister City Council has signed a 10-year agreement to host the rally every July. Game on – Ride & Rock On. We have been to almost every Harley-Davidson rally in this great country and

Bob and Mark demonstrate the process for lubricating your Harley’s steering head bearings and adjusting the fall-away. As always, Bob stresses the importance of adequately prepping all bolts, consulting your user manual to be sure everything is done correctly, covering any painted areas on the bike and, if possible, working with two sets of hands.